Learning Japanese
There's no doubt that Japanese is a challenging language to learn but it can be mastered!
The main ways to learn are
Learning on your own gives more flexibility and allows you to dictate your own pace but requires some self-discipline. When it's just you and a Japanese textbook, pressing tasks like sorting out your sock drawer or making another cup of coffee can take on a whole new appeal.
Of course, these methods are not mutually exclusive and they can be combined to good effect. These pages set out some suggested places to look for reliable help from the very beginning to an advanced level.
The main ways to learn are
- lessons from a professional teacher in a class or one-to-one
- on your own with textbooks, CDs, online resources and mobile apps
Learning on your own gives more flexibility and allows you to dictate your own pace but requires some self-discipline. When it's just you and a Japanese textbook, pressing tasks like sorting out your sock drawer or making another cup of coffee can take on a whole new appeal.
Of course, these methods are not mutually exclusive and they can be combined to good effect. These pages set out some suggested places to look for reliable help from the very beginning to an advanced level.
JLPT
About the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test
About the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test
Lessons in Bristol
Where to find classes and one-to-one lessons in Bristol
Where to find classes and one-to-one lessons in Bristol
Japanese Books
Where to buy books for learning Japanese
Where to buy books for learning Japanese
Mobile Apps
Useful Japanese apps for iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets
Useful Japanese apps for iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets
Online Resources
Web sites that help with learning Japanese
Web sites that help with learning Japanese
Glossary for Learners
A quick reference guide to the essential elements of Japanese
A quick reference guide to the essential elements of Japanese